PhD in Finance

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

27

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

International:

10%

Hispanic American:

11%

Asian American:

17%

African American:

8%

White American:

64%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

92%

Job Placement

96%

Top recruiters

Deloitte

JPMorgan Chase

Goldman Sachs

Bank of America

Morgan Stanley

McKinsey

Aetna

Dell

BAE Systems

Visa

AECOM

McGill University

Marsh McLennan

McAfee

Dell Technologies

Mastercard

FAQs

• What are the career outcomes for graduates?
  
  Graduates secure positions at leading academic institutions, research organizations, and financial institutions worldwide. The Carroll School is consistently ranked among the top 20 globally for faculty research quality and productivity
• What are the admission requirements?
  
  Admission is highly selective. Applicants typically need strong quantitative and analytical backgrounds, high academic achievement, and evidence of research potential. Application materials include transcripts, standardized test scores (such as GMAT or GRE), letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose
• What research and teaching opportunities are available?
  
  Students collaborate with faculty and peers on research, serve as research and teaching assistants, and participate in weekly seminars with renowned scholars. The program emphasizes hands-on research and teaching experience to prepare students for academic roles
• What are the coursework and academic requirements?
  
  Students complete coursework in quantitative methods, economics, and finance. Core courses include microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, econometric methods, investments, and research in corporate finance. Prior coursework or waiver exams may substitute for some requirements, but most students complete at least 12 courses at Boston College
• What is the structure and duration of the program?
  
  The program is full-time and typically takes five years (60 months) to complete. Students spend the first two years on coursework (14 courses, with a minimum of 12 completed at Boston College), followed by a major research project in the third year and a doctoral dissertation in the final years
• What is the focus of the PhD in Finance program at Boston College?
  
  The program is internationally recognized for its rigorous curriculum that integrates finance theory, applied research, and pedagogy. Students develop competency in quantitative methods, economics, and finance, preparing them for academic and research careers